Remote Global Ops Strategy Lead - Industrial Engineer

Placements24; Pretoria; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 2,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive-level compensation package

Comprehensive health benefits

Generous retirement plan

Job summary

Placements24 seeks a Lead Industrial Engineer to shape long-term operational strategy in a remote-first role. You will drive capacity planning, technology integration, and global network optimization, collaborating with senior leaders across locations including Pretoria.

The role requires a Master’s in Industrial Engineering and 8+ years of progressive engineering experience, with Lean/Six Sigma expertise and strong ROI analytics.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Industrial Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years in industrial engineering with lead/strategic planning experience.
• Expertise in Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma; Black Belt preferred.
• Strong financial acumen with ROI analyses and business cases.
• Proven leadership, communication, and remote collaboration skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute long-term strategic plans for capacity and efficiency.
• Analyze current and future production needs, forecast demand, allocate resources.
• Lead evaluation of new manufacturing technologies and automation.
• Design and optimize global network layouts and workflows.
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma, and TOC to meet strategic goals.
• Collaborate with executives to align operations with business objectives.
• Prepare business cases and ROI analyses for major investments.
• Mentor a team of industrial engineers and drive continuous improvement.
• Oversee major projects and stay current with global manufacturing trends.

Skills

Strategic planning

Lean Manufacturing

Six Sigma (Black Belt preferred)

ROI analysis

Leadership

Communication

Remote collaboration

Education

Master's degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

Simulation software

ERP systems

Advanced data analysis tools

Job description

Placements24 seeks a Lead Industrial Engineer to shape long-term operational strategy in a remote-first role. You will drive capacity planning, technology integration, and global network optimization, collaborating with senior leaders across locations including Pretoria.

The role requires a Master’s in Industrial Engineering and 8+ years of progressive engineering experience, with Lean/Six Sigma expertise and strong ROI analytics.